Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC (DFM:DEWA) EV-to-OCF: 8.58 (As of Sep. 18, 2026) — Near Median

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DFM:DEWA Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC DFM:DEWA
85 GF Score
Price د.إ2.76
GF Value د.إ2.82
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF?

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC DFM:DEWA +0.36% 85 EV-to-OCF is 8.58 as of Sep. 18, 2026, which is 6% below its 10-year median of 9.13. GuruFocus rates DFM:DEWA with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of د.إ2.82 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 508 Utilities - Regulated companies, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC ranks better than 60.43% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's Enterprise Value is د.إ175,667 Mil. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was د.إ20,467 Mil. Therefore, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.58.

The historical rank and industry rank for Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

DFM:DEWA' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.36   Med: 9.13   Max: 16.19
Current: 8.68

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC was 16.19. The lowest was 7.36. And the median was 9.13.

DFM:DEWA's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than
60.43% of 508 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.45 vs DFM:DEWA: 8.68

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-09-18), Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's stock price is د.إ2.76. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was د.إ0.176. Therefore, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 15.68.


Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC  (DFM:DEWA) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2.76/0.176
=15.68

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's share price for today is د.إ2.76.
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was د.إ0.176.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF Chart

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC Quarterly Data
Dec11 Dec12 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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DFM:DEWA vs SRE, AES: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Diversified subindustry, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC EV-to-OCF Calculation

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=175667.451/20467.239
=8.58

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's current Enterprise Value is د.إ175,667 Mil.
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was د.إ20,467 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 8.58 mean?
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC (DFM:DEWA) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.58 as of Sep. 18, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 9.13. Over the past decade, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.36 to 16.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC ranks #201 out of 508 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 39.6%.
Is Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF too high?
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's current EV-to-OCF of 8.58 is near median its 10-year median of 9.13. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.36 to a high of 16.19. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.45. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's value of 8.58 is 17.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC ranks #201 out of 508 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's EV-to-OCF compare to SRE and AES?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC ranks #201 out of 508 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.45. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's value of 8.58 is 17.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 7.36 to 16.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 9.13 vs. the industry median of 10.45, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.45, based on 508 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's current EV-to-OCF of 8.58 is 17.9% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's current EV-to-OCF is 8.58, which is near median its own 10-year median of 9.13. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC (DFM:DEWA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is د.إ2.82, compared to a current price of د.إ2.76 — trading 2.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.58, which is near median its 10-year median of 9.13 and 17.9% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.45. Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC (DFM:DEWA), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.58 as of Sep. 18, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC (DFM:DEWA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of د.إ2.76 is trading 2.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of د.إ2.82. GuruFocus considers Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for DFM:DEWA:

  • EV-to-OCF: 8.58 (near median its 10-year median of 9.13)
  • GF Value™: د.إ2.82 vs. price of د.إ2.76 (2.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 17.9% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#201 of 508)

No single metric tells the full story. See the DFM:DEWA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC Business Description

Address Sheikh Rashid Road, Umm Hurair 2, P.O. Box 564, Happiness Center Zaabeel East, Umm Hureir, Dubai, ARE
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority PJSC is engaged in water desalination and distribution and its generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, throughout the Emirate of Dubai. The company operates into four segments; DEWA is engaged in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity and water desalination, transmission and distribution to residential, commercial, industrial, and government; EMPOWER is engaged in the provision of district cooling, maintenance of central cooling plants and manufacturing and sale of insulated pipes; IWPP is engaged in the development, operation and maintenance of power and water plants; and Others operations include purification and sale of potable water, and other. It generates maximum revenue from the DEWA segment.
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